Kansas City Current Clinch First 2025 NWSL Playoff Spot

The Kansas City Current secured the first playoff spot in the 2025 National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) season with a 2-0 victory over the North Carolina Courage at CPKC Stadium, marking their third playoff appearance and second consecutive postseason berth. Izzy Rodriguez scored a long-range goal following a corner kick, and Lo’eau LaBonta converted a penalty kick, contributing to the Current's league-best 15-2-1 record and 46 points, which put them 15 points ahead of the second-place team with eight matches remaining. This achievement ties the record for the fastest team to clinch a playoff berth, previously set by the 2024 Orlando Pride. The Current have demonstrated strong defense with six consecutive shutouts and have been a dominant force offensively, leading the league in goals scored. The team will continue their season with a match against Bay FC, and the final playoff seeding will be announced after the regular season concludes on October 19, with the NWSL Championship scheduled for November 22 at PayPal Park in San Jose, California. Despite an injury to star forward Temwa Chawinga during the game, the Current remain focused on their postseason run following their deep playoff runs in recent years, including reaching the semifinals last season and the championship match in 2022.